Ruled by Venus is a Southern California musical collective formed and led by violinist Emily Moore and singer/songwriter Simon Petty.

Their brand of fiddle-based Irish folk highlights traditional Celtic music, including the jigs and reels that make Irish music so fun and exciting.

Simon’s music is steeped in the strong traditions of his Northern English upbringing, and Emily’s Scottish heritage is evident in her fiddling expertise.

You won’t want to miss this special musical adventure.
Come join us for a night of Irish culture and music!

A.K. Smiley Library
Assembly Room
Monday, March 19, 6:00 pm.FREE to the public

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Free WWI Film Screening

Pilgrimage (1933)

The commemoration of the centennial of the Great War continues at A.K. Smiley Public Library with a free film screening of John Ford’s classic film Pilgrimage on Saturday, March 17 at 1pm in the Contemporary Club, 173 S. Eureka St.

A pre-code drama by esteemed director John Ford, Pilgrimage focuses on the experiences of a mother, Hannah Jessup, whose decision to enlist her son in the Army to keep him away from his girlfriend during WWI has tragic consequences. Based on a story by I.A.R. Wylie, Pilgrimage is widely regarded as Ford’s first great film.

For more information on future film screenings, please reference the poster at A.K. Smiley Public Library or contact the Heritage Room at (909)798-7632 or heritage@akspl.org.

For more information on future film screenings, please reference the poster at A.K. Smiley Public Library or contact the Heritage Room at (909)798-7632 or heritage@akspl.org.

Past Film Screenings

Wings (1927)

A.K. Smiley Public Library’s free WWI film series continues with a screening of the silent classic Wings on Saturday, January 20 at 1pm in the First Congregational Church of Redlands, 2 W. Olive Street. As an added treat, the screening will include Bob Salisbury live on the organ!

Directed by a veteran combat pilot of World War I, Wings tells the story of David Armstrong and Jack Powell as they enlist in the American Air Service, and Mary Preston who joins the war effort as an ambulance driver in France. Renowned for its realistic flying sequences, the film was the first to be awarded with the Academy Award for Outstanding Picture, the only fully silent film to receive that accolade. Wings stars film legend Clara Bow, Buddy Rogers, and Richard Arden.

Paths of Glory (1957)

In commemoration of the centennial of the Great War, A.K. Smiley Public Library continues its free film series with a screening of the 1957 classic Paths of Glory on Saturday, November 18 at 1pm in the Contemporary Club, 173 S. Eureka St.

Based on an anti-war novel by Humphrey Cobb, Paths of Glory follows the unjust court martial of a group of French soldiers for following the orders of an ambitious General. Widely considered to be Stanley Kubrick’s best film, the film was censored for several years after its release due to its anti-military perspective. Starring Kirk Douglas, Ralph Meeker, and Adolphe Menjou.

Lawrence of Arabia

In commemoration of the centennial of the Great War, A.K. Smiley Public Library continues its film series with a screening of the classic film Lawrence of Arabia on Saturday, September 16 at 1pm in the Contemporary Club, 173 S. Eureka St.

Starring Peter O’Toole as T.E. Lawrence, the film depicts experiences on the Arabian Peninsula during World War I. Lauded as among the best films of all time, it won seven Academy Awards in 1963, including an Oscar for Best Picture of 1962. Whether you are a film buff or have an interest in history, you won’t want to miss this special screening!

Oh! What a Lovely War

A.K. Smiley Public Library’s free movie series “World War I in Film” continues on Library Days, Saturday, June 17 with a screening of Oh! What a Lovely War at 1pm in the Contemporary Club. Featuring cameos by legendary actors, such as Laurence Olivier and Maggie Smith, this dark musical explores the circumstances leading to WWI and the consequences of the war on a British family. The film’s anti-war message is conveyed through parodies of WWI-era songs, including the American classic “Over There.” Oh! What a Lovely War received five BAFTA awards, including Best Supporting Actor for Laurence Olivier. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience this underappreciated gem of the silver screen!

All Quiet on the Western Front

Based on a 1929 anti-war novel by Erich Maria Remarque, the film follows idealistic German recruits in World War I as they experience tragedy and trauma that leads to their disillusionment in the war. The film received Academy Awards for Best Director Lewis Milestone and Outstanding Production, the equivalent of today’s Best Picture. Since its release on April 21, 1930, the film has gained widespread acclaim, including from the American Film Institute, which ranked it amongst the best films of the twentieth century. Whether you are a film buff or have an interest in history, you won’t want to miss this special screening!

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A.K. Smiley Library
Assembly Room
Friday, March 9, 11:00 am—3:00 pm.

Pianist Michelle Lee will be hosting a student piano recital for the community on February 25 at 2:o00 PM and taking place in the Contemporary Club at 173 S. Eureka St, Redlands. It is free of charge and open to the public.

Concerned about making the most of your MediCal or Medicare
benefits? Drop in between 11:00 and 2:00 for personal advice and support about the MediCal Managed Care Plan and PACE plan.

Winter Koifman of Harbage Consulting works on behalf of the California Department of Health Care Services to
offer free information about Cal MediConnect, a program designed to offer better managed care by uniting Medicare and MediCal
benefits under one health plan.

As part of his “Job for a Day” district outreach program, United Sates Congressman Pete Aguilar (D-CA 31st District) will be working as a circulation clerk at AK Smiley Public Library on Thursday, February 1st between 2 and 4 PM. Please come by and check out books and other materials that Smiley Library has to offer.

A.K. Smiley Public Library Special Author Program to be held Monday, January 29.

Come hear writer Bert Block share both the painful and uplifting experiences of his family during World War II, as detailed in the book Escape From Russia: A Flight From Death, co-written by H.P Isaak.

Through translations of Henry P. Isaak’s writings in the original German, Escape From Russia details the experiences of one family who was miraculously saved from the gulags of Russia and the brutal Red Army during the tumult of the Second World War.

Through faith and resilience, Henry P. Isaak’s family of Russian Mennonites struggled and persevered, ultimately surviving the ravages of war and settling in Redlands to begin a new life.

Anyone interested in history and triumph over adversity is invited to join us for this inspirational discussion. This is a free program and open to the public.

Sean Gaskell features traditional songs on the kora, a 21-string harp that he learned to play over multiple visits to Gambia, West Africa. The music is traditionally played by oral and musical historians known as Griots. The Kora is a melodic and seemingly peaceful instrument, which is contrary to its musical repertoire. Many songs tell ancient stories of war and hardship, while others praise people who helped expand the Mande Empire. Some songs can be traced back 800 years to the founding of the Mande Empire.

Join us in the A.K. Smiley LibraryAssembly Room onMonday, January 8th at 6:00pm